Update: Brace for black ice in Western NY, Finger Lakes until Thursday morning
Feb 18, 2026
An updated report was issued from the National Weather Service on Thursday at 4:26 a.m. for black ice until 9 a.m. for Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and Allegany counties."Following recent freezing rain, and earlier runoff from
snowmelt, surfaces have become icy including parking lots, driveways and sidewalks. Be careful for outdoor slippery spots this morning. If driving, untreated roads, bridges and overpasses may contain slick spots, and motorists need to remain aware for rapidly changing driving conditions. Temperatures will rise above freezing mid-morning diminishing the black ice threat," according to the weather service. ...read more read less